Sports Turf Coordinator (2 Positions)

Genesis Turfgrass LLC.; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Athletics in Baton Rouge seeks a professional Grounds Technician to support the maintenance of athletic playing surfaces, including mowing, turf care, irrigation, and drainage tasks, ensuring NCAA-compliant field conditions.

The role involves leading small crews, coordinating renovations and repairs to surfaces, and assisting event operations staff for facility readiness. Candidates should have a turf-related qualification or degree and be able to work extended days, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in turfgrass management, agronomy/plant soil systems, or related field and no prior turf-related experience OR
• Associate’s Degree and/or Turfgrass Certificate with two years of turf-related experience OR
• High School Diploma and four years of turf-related experience

Responsibilities

• Mowing, preparation of game/practice surfaces to NCAA regulations and head coach preferences; edging, string trimming, hardscape maintenance, irrigation/drainage repairs and installation.
• Pruning, weeding of landscape, sod work including topdressing, verti-cutting, aerification, seeding; infield skin and warning track maintenance; daily inspections of assigned areas.
• Lead small groups of staff for project work including sod work, drainage installation/repair, irrigation work; manage weekly/monthly maintenance plans and meet deadlines for field preparation for NCAA events.
• Meet with coaches/operations staff to ensure daily facility requirements are met; contribute to LSU Athletics initiatives and participate in development opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in turfgrass management

Associate’s Degree and/or Turfgrass Certificate

High School Diploma + four years turf-related experience

Job description

Position Type: Professional / Unclassified

Department: LSUAM Athletics – FG – Ops – Grounds – Fields

Work Location: 0100 Athletic Physical Plant Office

Job Description:

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters. Forever LSU.

• 65% Under the direction of the Assistant Sports Turf Manager, this position functions within the day-to-day operation of the Sports Turf maintenance crew in activities generally associated with athletic turf care/maintenance which include but are not limited to; mowing, preparation of game/practice surfaces to comply with NCAA regulations and individual head coach preferences, string trimming, edging, hardscape maintenance, turf blowing and/or vacuuming, general clean up and litter removal, irrigation/drainage repairs and installation, pruning and weeding of landscape, oversight of repair/replacement of turfgrass including sodding, topdressing, verti-cutting, aerification, and seeding, infield skin and warning track maintenance. Perform daily visual inspections of all assigned areas.


• 20% Leads small groups of staff to perform project oriented work including minor renovations or repairs to athletic playing surfaces including but not limited to: sod work, drainage installation/repairs, and irrigation drainage/installation. Works towards adhering to weekly/monthly scheduled plans and work for regular routine maintenance of athletic fields, as well as the preventative maintenance of assigned equipment. Works to meet deadlines for field and facility preparation related to NCAA sporting events performing tasks such as: lining/marking of fields for play, infield preparation, mowing, and other facility assets (i.e.; fencing, tarps, banners and signage, etc.) are in place.


• 10% Responsible for aiding LSU Event Management staff in event operations specific to their assigned facility/sport. This can include but not be limited to management of internal facility maintenance, custodial and grounds staff as well as outside contract services such as event management security personnel or post event cleanup/custodial services.


• 5% Meets with coaches and operations staff specific to assigned areas in order to ensure that the daily requirement specific to the facility or specific coaches preferences are being adhered to. Meets with chain of command to make recommendations related to overall athletic field maintenance or areas of concern; Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of an respectful culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in turfgrass management, agronomy/plant soil systems, or related field and no prior turf-related experience OR


• Associate’s Degree and/or Turfgrass Certificate with two years of turf-related experience OR


• High School Diploma and four years of turf-related experience

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Ability to work extended days, weekends and holidays. Ability to stand, walk, and lift objects up to 50 lbs. Must infrequently be able to lift containers weighing 100 pounds. Due to the nature and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to alcohol/drug testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per University Policy Statement 18. Requires pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Posting Date:

February 3, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 3, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check– An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.